Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child (2010)
25/01/2010
Documentary
1h 28m
- 73% (36 votes)
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Overview
A thoughtful portrait of a renowned artist, this documentary shines the spotlight on New York City painter Jean-Michel Basquiat. Featuring extensive interviews conducted by Basquiat's friend, filmmaker Tamra Davis, the production reveals how he dealt with being a black artist in a predominantly white field. The film also explores Basquiat's rise in the art world, which led to a close relationship with Andy Warhol, and looks at how the young painter coped with acclaim, scrutiny and fame.
- Tamra DavisDirector
- Lois VossenWriter
- Eric MartinWriter
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Keywords
- new york city
- painter
- street artist
- boy genius
- biracial
- woman director
Top Billed Cast
Jean-Michel Basquiat
Self
Julian Schnabel
Self
Bruno Bischofberger
Self
Fab 5 Freddy
Self
Becky Johnston
Self
Michael Holman
Self
Larry Gagosian
Self
Tony Shafrazi
Self
Jeffrey Deitch
Self
Glenn O'Brien
Self
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